Kate Thornton can now officially be called a Loose Woman. The TV presenter has started her new job on ITV's award winning daytime show. The 36-year-old replaced Jackie Brambles, who had hosted the programme for three years, but left to spend more time with her family. Kate was welcomed onto the team by co-hosts Sherrie Hewson, Lisa Maxwell and Carol McGiffin, who presented her with an offical Loose Women mug with her name on it. The mum-of-one recently revealed that she cried when she was told she'd landed the new role and added: "It's something I watch everyday, it's something I feel a part of as a viewer, so I'm thrilled". It comes two years after Kate was dropped as presenter on The X Factor. But it is clearly still a sensitive issue, as when asked if she can bring herself to watch the TV talent show, she abruptly replied "no"!